E-Invoicing in Sweden

Mandatory Electronic Invoicing in Sweden

Learn how to get your company ready to exchange documents in accordance with Sweden requirements with the support of Comarch

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Sweden is on the Road to E‑invoicing

The Swedish government has decided to appoint a special entity to conduct research related to the introduction of mandatory e-invoicing for B2B and B2G transactions. The government recognizes that accelerating digital transformation in the private and public sectors is essential, particularly in light of the changes proposed by the European Commission as part of ViDA.

Currently, in the B2B scope, e-invoicing, implemented in the post-audit model, is not mandatory, but it is commonly used. However, with the ViDA proposal in mind, the Digital Government Agency (DIGG), together with the Swedish Companies Registration Office (Bolagsverket) and the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket), has submitted a formal request to the Swedish government to investigate the feasibility of making e-invoicing mandatory in both B2B and B2G sectors. In the case of B2B e-invoicing, the introduction of the Peppol CTC model is being considered.

Implementation timeline

E-invoicing process description

Archiving requirements

Retention period for fiscal documents:

  • Related to immovable property: 17 years
  • Other documents: 7 years

E-invoicing process description

E-invoicing process description

Contracting authorities and units in Sweden must be able to accommodate e-invoices in Peppol BIS Billing version 3.0, which follows the European standard EN 16931. 

The required steps include:

  • Connecting to the Peppol Network: Customers must partner with a Peppol-accredited service provider, such as Comarch, to receive electronic invoices.
  • Registering a Peppol ID: Since March 3, 2025, customers are required to register their Peppol ID with the Swedish Customs Authority via the e-services section on their website.

While the transition to Peppol invoices is underway, the Swedish Customs Authority will continue to offer customs bills in PDF format through its website for those who prefer or require an alternative.

The Swedish adoption of Peppol follows a growing global trend. Countries such as Belgium, the UAE, and France have all incorporated the Peppol Network as part of their electronic invoicing mandates to enhance the efficiency and interoperability of invoicing systems worldwide.

How can integrity and authenticity be ensured?

  • Integrity and authenticity requirements are met through e-signatures, with Advanced Electronic Signature (AES) being the common minimum requirement.

Required format

  • Current: PEPPOL BIS
  • From March 2025:
    PEPPOL BIS 3

Acts / Government Internet sites

Comarch Position

Comarch currently uses Peppol and point-to-point connections, as there is no regulatory framework for B2B e-invoicing in Sweden at this time. B2G transactions are handled through Peppol, as the local Svefaktura is essentially a rebranding of Peppol BIS 3.0.

Why is Comarch the best choice?

We have 20+ years of experience in carrying out various EDI, e-invoicing, and other document exchange projects around the world. In those years, we have successfully connected more than 130,000 entities from over 60 countries.

  • 1. Legal compliance

    Full compliance with the latest data exchange regulations and modern data transfer standards

  • 2. Digitization

    Applying new technologies and IT solutions in order to streamline workflows and automate activities and procedures

  • 3. Individual approach

    Tailor-made solutions based on processes specific to each company – own road map and a suitable pace of changes

  • 4.Security

    Highest level of security for all sensitive and important company data

    Legal regulation changes in Sweden

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